Bücher von Rendel Harris

Picus Who Is Also Zeus is a book written by Rendel Harris and published in 1916. The book explores the mythological figure of Picus, a woodpecker who was transformed into a god by Zeus. The author delves into the origins of the myth, tracing it back to ancient Roman and Greek cultures. Harris also examines the symbolism of the woodpecker in various cultures and religions, including Christianity and Native American mythology. The book is a fascinating exploration of the intersection of mythology, religion, and the natural world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of mythology and the ways in which ancient cultures understood and interacted with the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Origin of the Doctrine of the Trinity: A Popular Exposition is a book written by Rendel Harris and published in 1919. The book explores the history and development of the doctrine of the Trinity in Christianity. Harris provides a detailed examination of the biblical texts, early Christian writings, and the debates and controversies that led to the establishment of the doctrine. He also discusses the role of Greek philosophy and the influence of pagan religions on the development of the doctrine. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and lay readers interested in understanding the origins of one of the most important doctrines in Christianity. Overall, The Origin of the Doctrine of the Trinity is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the history and significance of the Trinity in Christian theology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

¿The Finding of the 'Mayflower'¿ concentrates on what happened to the 'Mayflower' following its successful voyage to the New World. The ship has since become an important part of American history and culture, as well as the subject of innumerable works of art, plays, films, poems, songs, books, etc. A fascinating historical account highly recommended for those with an interest in the first settlers of America and American history in general. Contents include: ¿The Mayflower, an excerpt from The Encyclopedia Americana, 1920¿, ¿The Myth of the 'Mayflower', by G. K. Chesterton¿, ¿Introduction¿, ¿The Campo Santo of The Society of Friends at Jordans¿, ¿The Trail Found¿, ¿The Trail Followed¿, ¿The 'Mayflower' Found¿, ¿When Was the Ship Broken Up¿, ¿An Expert's Opinion¿, etc. Read & Co. History is republishing this classic work now complete with the essay ¿The Myth of the 'Mayflower'¿ by G. K. Chesterton.

Originally published in 1916, this book was written by the renowned British biblical scholar, archaeologist and manuscript specialist J. Rendel Harris (1852-1941). The text is composed of nine loosely connected essays following the theme of Boanerges, a 1913 work by Harris.

This book, first published in 1917, explores the meaning and genesis of the Prologue to the Fourth Gospel. The author, J. Rendel Harris (1852-1941) was a biblical scholar and curator of manuscripts and this book will be of value to anyone with an interest in theology and biblical exegesis.